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- Referred to consumer protection
- Referred to consumer protection
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Title of bill
An act to amend the general business law, in relation to the posting of menus in restaurants selling food to the public
Purpose or general idea of bill
: This bill would allow consumers to make an informed selection of restaurants by requiring restaurants to conspicuously post a representative menu and list price list.
Summary of specific provisions
: This bill would require all restaurants to conspicuously post within fifteen feet of the main entrance:
a) a menu, including prices of all food available therein;
b) special pricing policies, such as, cover charges, minimum orders, and entertainment costs; and
c) permissible modes of payment, such as checks or credit cards.
Failure to comply would be a violation punishable by a fine up to $250.
Any restaurant with a menu exceeding two pages could post a two-page menu and price list which is representative of the food sold therein.
Prices on certain items need not be fixed, but the posted menu should note that they vary. Unannounced specials could be provided by the restaurant at any time.
Exclusions to this bill would include coin-operated machines, restaurants which do not supply table service, or restaurants which provide counter service exclusively.
Justification
: This bill would allow consumers to refer to the menu and formulate a decision as to whether or not the prices fit in their budget. It permits the consumer to evaluate eating establishments in regard to value and convenience. In addition, it advises the customer as to what methods of payment are accepted, so that this might be considered before entering the establishment, which could be of critical concern where a person is relying on using a credit card for payment.
Prior legislative history
: A.489 (1993-94), A.1046 (1995-96), A.1359 (1997-98), A4106 (1999-00) A.4173 (2001-02), A5645 (2003-04), A2216 (2005-06)
Fiscal implications
: None.
Effective date
: This act shall take effect on the one hundred eightieth day after it shall have become a law.
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